Kahu'No one wants to give her a chance': The straight-A student turned away from 40 jobsHow the pandemic has become one more barrier for jobseekers with a disability.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandBeach trips are a traditional part of our summers but a struggle for a fewDisability arises not from their impairments but from having to live in a uniform world.12 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandChorus: One man's two-month battle to get newly installed fibre workingPeter Kivell says he's fed up with Chorus and its poor customer service.03 Feb 04:28 AM
KahuParaplegic performer: There are no limits to success12-year-old Harper utilises her creative gifts, taking on lead roles in performing arts25 Jan 12:41 AM
Lifestyle'Waiting for someone special': Boy with Down's syndrome given special doll after tough year'I think once he's older I can probably explain to him why this doll is so special.'30 Dec 10:44 PM
LifestyleWoman with spinal injury shares 'surprise' pregnancyA woman with a spinal cord injury is documenting her journey to motherhood.14 Dec 10:12 PM
New ZealandGovt ministers taken to court over way family carers are treatedLatest challenge by parent carers of disabled to be recognised and adequately compensated.13 Dec 05:11 AM
Lifestyle'Thank you': Kmart introduces dolls with Down syndrome'We want children to see themselves represented in our doll ranges.'03 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandPeople with intellectual disabilities dying 20 years before other New ZealandersPeople with disabilities are dying 20 years before other Kiwis, and no one knows why.02 Dec 07:46 PM
Travel'Backpack, wheelchair and beard': Eamon Wood's travel memoriesBasketballer, traveller and paraplegic Eamon Wood on his adventures backpacking around NZ.23 Nov 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChildren with fetal alcohol syndrome facing two-year wait for an assessmentLong waiting list fuelled by poor policies, toxic drinking culture, under-resourced staff.23 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandReferendum result too late for husband who died in agonyChristchurch mother-of-two Amanda Simpson is a staunch supporter of assisted dying.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTears of joy as New Zealand votes overwhelmingly to legalise euthanasiaEuthanasia supporters cried at the result, while opponents feared what it will mean.30 Oct 02:29 AM
New ZealandCalls for Government action on 'disability gap'Disabled people live in damper homes, earn less and have fewer social connections.29 Oct 02:46 AM
New Zealand'Where is the compassion?' - Father of disabled womanIntellectually disabled get no break from home life now day activities staged there.22 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandAttitude Awards: 'I don't care what people say about what they think I can't do'In a judgmental society, you get to decide what affects you, finalist says.10 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDame Rosie Horton 'heartbroken' at closure of Auckland disability facility, demands answers from trustThere are fears the $40m property could be sold or converted into a rest home.07 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDay services for disabled closed, moved into homesIDEA Services is still reviewing how it provides vocational services for the disabled.05 Oct 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Bawling my eyes out': Baby Daxton fights for life after four brain surgeries''Half of his brain was the normal grey colour and half of it was real black.''25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDisabled man couldn't get treatment until it became emergencyMan's family have had to battle system to get him urgent medical care.24 Sep 04:00 AM
Lifestyle'Diversity journey': Kmart launches line of fashion dolls with disabilitiesKmart's new dolls are not your average fashion doll — and that's precisely the point.17 Sep 03:06 AM
New ZealandQuality of life similar to 'battery hen' say parents of disabledReview of IHC services draws damning submission from parents of intellectually disabled.16 Sep 09:30 PM
TravelBarrier-free travel: Grab your wheelchair and goBeing in love with the outdoors has meant educating others about our access needs.15 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelTravelling in a wheelchair: 'We're treated like second-class citizens'People with disabilities are willing to pay for travel, but many places aren't suitable.14 Sep 07:49 PM
New ZealandHohepa opens two new homes designed to reduce sensory overload'We want the best family and spectrum-friendly living environments.'11 Sep 12:45 AM
WorldBrain breakthrough? Elon Musk reveals high-tech implantMusk hopes device will be used to treat brain injuries, disability, paralysis in humans.29 Aug 08:58 PM
New Zealand'Chase is a living time bomb. He can go into cardiac arrest at any time'A toddler with Barth syndrome will die if he doesn't get a heart transplant in Australia.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDisabled passengers raise concerns in Wellington bus reviewPoor driver attitudes, commuters not vacating seats, and audible announcements not working12 Aug 02:12 AM
WorldSign language interpreter's 'offensive' gesture goes viral - but there's an explanation"This has so much potential as a meme format."23 Jul 05:23 AM
KahuAbused by state or church? The Royal Commission wants youJudge Coral Shaw calls for survivors of abuse by the state or church to come forward.11 Jul 04:39 AM
New ZealandCoroner to take over health watchdog roleMcDowell replaces Anthony Hill, who has been at the helm since 2010.26 Jun 03:30 AM
New ZealandKāinga Ora unaware of how many state houses meet accessibility standardsKāinga Ora, doesn't know how many of its properties meet design standards.15 Jun 09:44 PM
New ZealandDr Lance O'Sullivan on smashing car window: 'I'm regretful''I regret the fact I let my frustrations on that evening boil over'.03 Jun 09:29 AM
New ZealandPrivacy breach but disability service wants $33k costs from teenEamon Marshall couldn't speak up for himself so his father did. Now he might owe $33,505.03 Jun 06:01 AM
